UW News

Rubina Singh

September 22, 2025

Inconsistent charging stations hinder EV adoption

A row of white electric vehicles charge at a public charging station.

New research from the UW tested how much a car owner’s perception of public charger reliability influences their willingness to buy their first EV. The results were dramatic: Participants with a negative view of public charging were far less likely to choose an EV than those with a moderate view.